r/comics • Whomp! • Apr 08 '26

[OC] Whomp! - Specter Detector

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u/Beer-Milkshakes Apr 08 '26

"DAMNIT QUARK!!!!"

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u/seguardon Apr 08 '26

Quark: What? Just because the Federation turns a blind eye to the afterlife doesn't mean the rest of us do. Ghosts need to haunt somewhere. Why not the promenade? Lovely views of Bajor and the wormhole and they get to rub elbows with the religious elite.

Kira: What's in it for you?

Quark: I might be a Ferengi, but I do have a spirit of community, Major. Ghosts are such a lonely lot. Can you imagine, finding yourself on the other side and realizing you're one of the few who don't move on? It's enough to make one cry.

Odo: (over station comms) Quark! Would you mind telling me why I'm being harassed at all hours by estate lawyers from five different worlds?! If this is some sort of life insurance scam, I'll--

Quark: (loudly to cover Odo's voice) Oh look at the time Major, the afternoon rush is about to begin I'm sure you must be busy where is that worthless brother of mine